1955 Nissan Sports vs. 1974 Renault 12
To start off, 1974 Renault 12 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault 12 (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault 12 should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 12 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Renault 12 (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Nissan Sports | 1974 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sports | 12 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 859 cc | 1289 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2450 mm |
